Policy Advisor And Strategist

SBA are currently supporting our Central Government client who are seeking a Policy Advisor and Strategist on an initial 6 month contract.

• Draft high-quality ministerial briefs, submissions, and policy papers at pace
• Prepare responses to Parliamentary Questions (PQs), petitions, and correspondence
• Input into policy documents and strategic frameworks for digital inclusion
• Brief senior civil servants and ministers on project updates and emerging issues
• Support cross-government engagement on accessibility and inclusion initiatives
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to align policy and delivery
• Monitor and evaluate progress against accessibility objectives and report findings

• Excellent drafting and verbal briefing skills, enabling you to communicate effectively and concisely with senior audiences
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple requests calmly
• Experience producing policy documents, PQ responses, and ministerial briefings at pace
• Stakeholder engagement experience, including managing engagement plans and building relationships across government.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Curiosity and ability to learn quickly about services, policy, and technology
• An interest in digital inclusion, accessibility standards, and public service transformation
• Prior experience in policy development or strategy (desirable but not essential)

To apply, please submit latest CV for review